Module #1 Introduction to Philosophy of Space-Time Overview of the course, importance of philosophy in physics, and historical context.
Module #2 Classical Notions of Space and Time Review of classical concepts of space and time, including Aristotelian and Newtonian perspectives.
Module #3 The Rise of Relativity Introduction to Einsteins theory of special relativity and its philosophical implications.
Module #4 The Meaning of Time Dilation Philosophical analysis of time dilation, including discussions of simultaneity and the nature of time.
Module #5 The Geometry of Space-Time Mathematical and philosophical exploration of the geometry of space-time, including non-Euclidean geometries.
Module #6 The Problem of Spacetime Singularities Discussion of the philosophical implications of spacetime singularities, including black holes and the Big Bang.
Module #7 Causality and the Direction of Time Philosophical analysis of causality and the arrow of time, including discussions of entropy and the second law of thermodynamics.
Module #8 The Metric of Space-Time Philosophical examination of the concept of a metric in space-time, including discussions of gauge invariance and diffeomorphism invariance.
Module #9 The Role of Frames of Reference Discussion of the philosophical significance of frames of reference in physics, including issues of relativity and objectivity.
Module #10 Quantum Mechanics and Space-Time Introduction to the philosophical implications of quantum mechanics for our understanding of space-time.
Module #11 Wave Function Collapse and Space-Time Philosophical analysis of wave function collapse and its implications for our understanding of space-time and locality.
Module #12 Non-Locality and Quantum Entanglement Discussion of the philosophical implications of non-locality and quantum entanglement for our understanding of space-time.
Module #13 The Challenge of Quantum Gravity Introduction to the problem of reconciling quantum mechanics and general relativity, and the implications for our understanding of space-time.
Module #14 Causal Dynamical Triangulation Philosophical examination of causal dynamical triangulation as a potential solution to the problem of quantum gravity.
Module #15 Asymptotic Safety and the Nature of Space-Time Discussion of the philosophical implications of asymptotic safety as a theory of quantum gravity.
Module #16 The Problem of Time in Quantum Gravity Philosophical analysis of the problem of time in quantum gravity, including discussions of the Wheeler-DeWitt equation.
Module #17 The Philosophy of Space-Time and Cosmology Discussion of the philosophical implications of cosmology for our understanding of space-time, including issues of multiverse hypotheses and eternal inflation.
Module #18 The Nature of Space-Time and the Mind-Body Problem Philosophical exploration of the relationship between space-time and the mind-body problem, including discussions of panpsychism and dualism.
Module #19 The Implications of Space-Time for Free Will Discussion of the philosophical implications of space-time for our understanding of free will and moral responsibility.
Module #20 The Role of Mathematics in Space-Time Physics Philosophical examination of the role of mathematics in space-time physics, including discussions of realism and nominalism.
Module #21 The Problem of Underdetermination in Space-Time Physics Discussion of the philosophical implications of underdetermination in space-time physics, including issues of theory choice and empirical equivalence.
Module #22 The Philosophy of Space-Time and the Foundations of Physics Philosophical analysis of the foundations of physics and the implications for our understanding of space-time.
Module #23 The Relationship Between Space-Time and Causation Discussion of the philosophical implications of space-time for our understanding of causation and causal relationships.
Module #24 The Implications of Space-Time for Our Understanding of Reality Philosophical exploration of the implications of space-time for our understanding of reality, including discussions of realism and anti-realism.
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Philosophy of Space-Time in Physics career
